Summary
This case study details the collaboration between Polar, a European data center operator, and Vertiv, focusing on the development of the DRA01 data center in Norway. The document outlines Polar's commitment to environmental responsibility, utilizing 100% renewable energy, and its agile approach to respond to market demands. The project emphasizes the need for a flexible data hall design to support diverse cooling technologies and future expansion. Vertiv's prefabricated modular solutions are highlighted as integral to the project, enabling rapid deployment and efficient integration with existing infrastructure. The case study describes the innovative installation process, which enhances project reliability and quality. Additionally, it discusses the advanced cooling systems and energy-efficient technologies implemented to achieve significant total cost of ownership savings and high energy efficiencies. The outcome of the project is projected to provide substantial HPC and AI-ready IT capacity, with options for future scalability.
